Office of Military and Veteran Affairs Work Study Assistant

The Office of Military and Veteran Affairs Work Study Assistant provides administrative support for programs, services, and activities managed by the Academic Advisors and Supervisory staff. Duties include, but are not limited to: conducting student outreach; processing of Veteran Affairs (VA) benefit certification; maintaining VA tracking systems; scanning and filing; managing data reports; and research requests.

Candidates must: be detail oriented; dependable; able to multi-task; proficient with Microsoft Office products; display strong communication and problem solving skills; and be comfortable working with highly confidential documents and information. This position will work with/for other staff within the unit on a project basis as time, skills, and needs dictate. Military, veteran, and military spouses/dependents are encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate must be able to work 20-25 hours/week, Monday-Friday between the hours of 9 AM and 5 PM. It is preferred that candidates be able to work at least one year in the position prior to graduation.

All candidates must be current Franklin University students and have Federal Work Study eligibility.

About Franklin University

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who must balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied, in-demand undergraduate, master’s and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. From entrepreneurs to CEOs, more than 45,000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.